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Catbalogan Water District
Operations Manual
Revision No 1.0 Dated 30 AUG 2016
Dcument File name: Operations Manual Revision 1.0 Aug 2016.docx
Revision Sheet
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_______________________________ 08/30/2016
EXEQUIEL C. CABRIGAS III DATE
Sr. Planning & Development officer
_______________________________ 08/30/2016
EUSEBIA CHRISTINA G. YBOA DATE
Administrative Division Manager
_______________________________ 08/30/2016
JULIA P. LOBRIÑO DATE
Commercial Division Manager
_______________________________ 08/30/2016
ENGR. MIGUEL P. MACASPAG DATE
Engineering Division Manager
_______________________________ 08/30/2016
ENGR. RALPH S. UY DATE
General Manager
Operations Manual
OPERATIONS MANUAL
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page #
1.0 GENERAL INFORMATION ............................................................................................................. 1
1.1 Introduction on the Manual ....................................................................................................... 1
1.2 Definition of Terms and Abbreviations .................................................................................... 2
1.3 General Information about the Agency and the Selected Areas of Operation .......................... 2
2.0 SYSTEM OPERATIONS OVERVIEW ........................................................................................... 14
2.1 Organization and Responsibilities ................................................................................................. 145 2.1.1 Board of Directors ................................................................................................................................ 15
2.1.2 General Manager .................................................................................................................................. 15
2.1.3 Division Managers
2.2 Operational Control and Supervision ............................................................................................. 146
2.2.1 Administrative Division ........................................................................................................................ 16
2.2.2 Commercial Division ............................................................................................................................ 17
2.2.3 Engineering Division ............................................................................................................................ 18
2.3 Operating Procedures .......................................................................................................................18
2.3.1 Production 2.3.1.1 Water source and Treatment Process
2.3.1.1.1 Caramayon Spring Source (Pumping Station)
2.3.1.1.1.1 Operating Procedure
2.3.1.1.1.2 Electrical Failure
2.3.1.1.1.3 Equipment Preventive Maintenance
2.3.1.1.1.4 Production Monitoring
2.3.1.1.1.5 Water Supply
2.3.1.2 Bacteriological and Laboratory Testing
2.3.1.2.1 Bacteriological Test (Monthly -LWUA compliance)
2.3.1.2.2 Bacteriological Test (Monday and Wednesday - for Water Quality
Monitoring/ Detection of Coliform Organisms)
2.3.1.2.3 Laboratory Test (Monday to Friday) (17-sampling points)
2.3.1.2.4 Physical-Chemical Test (Twice a year - LWUA compliance)
2.3.1.3 NRW Reduction
2.3.1.3.01 Leak Detection
2.3.1.3.02 District Metering Zone
2.3.1.3.03 Database and Geo-tagging in GIS Maps of leaks
2.3.2 Commercial 2.3.2.1 Service Connection Application
2.3.2.1.1 Application process
2.3.2.1.2 Investigation for proper classification
2.3.2.1.3 Survey for proper costing and pipe size identification
2.3.2.1.4 Recording New Customer Information in Database and GIS
2.3.2.2 Customer Complaints and requests
2.3.2.2.1 Filing complaints and requests
2.3.2.2.2 Job/Maintenance order preparation and monitoring
2.3.2.2.3 Monthly generation of complaints summary report
2.3.2.3 Billing and Collection
2.3.2.3.1 Meter Reading and Billing
2.3.2.3.2 Billing Report Generation
2.3.2.3.3 Customer Payment of Bills
2.3.2.3.4 Penalty and Disconnection orders
2.3.2.4 Job Order Preparation and Accomplishment
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2.3.2.5 Dealing with Delinquent Accounts
2.3.2.6 Cashiering
2.3.2.6.1 Check Preparation
2.3.2.6.2 Cash Security
2.3.2.6.3 Cash Position Report Preparation
2.3.2.7 Other Services
2.3.2.7.1 Reconnection
2.3.2.7.2 Disconnection
2.3.2.7.3 Change Meter
2.3.2.7.4 Recalibration
2.3.2.7.5 Change Registration
2.3.2.7.6 Service Request
2.3.2.7.7 Customer Report Generation
2.3.3 Administrative 2.3.3.1 Human Resource
2.3.3.1.1 Time and Attendance
2.3.3.1.2 Leave Card Updating and Monitoring
2.3.3.1.3 Filing of Leaves and Compensatory Time-Off (CTO)
2.3.3.1.4 201 Filing and E-Filing
2.3.3.1.5 Request for Personal Data Sheet (PDS), Service Records, and Leave
Cards/COC
2.3.3.1.6 Report Generation
2.3.3.1.7 Rating of Performance Targets: Division Performance Commitment Review
and Individual Performance Commitment Review
2.3.3.2 Stock and Supplies Inventory
2.3.3.2.1 Purchasing and stocking of supplies and equipment
2.3.3.2.2 Issuance of stock and supply
2.3.3.2.3 Generation of Inventory Reports
2.3.3.2.4 Updating Meter History Card
2.3.3.3 Control of Records and documents
2.3.4 Finance 2.3.4.1 Financial Report Preparation
2.3.4.1.1 Preparation of Billing Journal
2.3.4.1.2 Preparation of Cash Receipt Journal
2.3.4.1.3 Preparation of Disbursement Voucher
2.3.4.1.4 Preparation of Journal Vouchers
2.3.4.1.5 Preparation of Financial Statements
2.3.4.1.6 Balancing of A/R in accounting and commercial
2.3.4.1.7 Preparation of Monthly Data Sheet
2.3.5 Performance Targets
2.3.6 Business Planning
2.3.7 Budget Preparation
1.0 GENERAL INFORMATION
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1.0 GENERAL INFORMATION
1.1 Introduction on the Manual
Welcome to the Operations manual of Catbalogan Water District. The purpose of this manual is
to provide all employees and stakeholders of Catbalogan Water District with a reference manual
containing policies and procedures established by the Board of Directors, General Manager, and
Division Heads. In the interest of brevity, an attempt has been made to include only that
information which will be used under normal operating circumstances within the district. For
special situations, it is recommended that the appropriate division be contacted.
This manual defines the different role and responsibilities within the organization, the
operational control and supervision, and the different operating procedures of the major activities
of the district.
The Catbalogan Water District Operations Manual is available on the district’s official website
at: www.catbaloganwd.gov.ph. Copies of the printed version are maintained at the frontdesk of
CWD office located in Pier II, Allen Avenue Extension, Brgy 4, Catbalogan City.
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1.2 Definition of Terms and Abbreviations
CWD - Catbalogan Water District
BOD - Board of Directors
GM - General Manager
NWSC - New Water Service Connections
NRW - Non Revenue Water
OR - Official Receipts
JO - Job Order
RIS - Requisition Issuance Slip
SSIS - Stock and Supplies Inventory System
1.3 General Information about the Agency and the Selected Area of Operations
Catbalogan Water District (CWD) is the sole water provider of the city of Catbalogan. It was initially
constructed in 1925 under the management of the local government. It was transferred to the National
Waterworks and Sewerage Authority (NAWASA) upon its creation in 1955. In 1969, NAWASA was
abolished and the Catbalogan municipal government took over the CWD management.
A Sanguniang Bayan resolution No. 66 was approved in July 5, 1978 creating the Catbalogan Water
District (CWD) based on the national policy, the P.D. 198 known as Provincial Water Utilities Act of
1973 favoring local operation and control of water systems; authorizing the formation of local water
districts and providing for the government and administration of such districts; chartering a national
administration for facilitate improvement of local water utilities; granting said administration such
powers as are necessary to optimize public service from water utility operations, and for other purposes.
On December 7, 1979 the Local Water Utilities Administration awarded Conditional Certificate of
Conformance No. 107 to the CWD.
The Catbalogan water supply is supplied from five waters sources, namely: a) Masacpasac sub-surface
channel; b) Caramayon spring water; c) surface water at Kulador; d) deep well at Tumalistis; and e) deep
well at Piczonville Subdivision. These five sources currently serve twenty two (22) barangays, mostly
from the poblacion area.
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1. SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
1.1 General information on the Supplier
The water supply of the City of Catbalogan is handled and managed by the
Catbalogan Water District (CWD), which was initially constructed in 1925 under
the management of the local government. It was transferred to the National
Waterworks and Sewerage Authority (NAWASA) upon its creation in 1995. In
1969, NAWASA was abolished and the Catbalogan municipal government took
over the CWD management. A Sanguniang Bayan resolution No. 66 was approved in July 5, 1978 creating the
Catbalogan Water District (CWD) based on the national policy, the P.D. 198
known as Provincial Water Utilities Act of 1973 favoring local operation and
control of water systems; authorizing the formation of local water districts and
providing for the government and administration of such districts; chartering a
national administration for facilitate improvement of local water utilities; granting
said administration such powers as are necessary to optimize public service from
water utility operations, and for other purposes. On December 7, 1979 the Local
Water Utilities Administration awarded Conditional Certificate of Conformance
No. 107 to the CWD. Currently, Catbalogan Water District is the only water service provider in the city
of Catbalogan. Catbalogan Water District is a none-profit oriented and receives no
subsidy from the national and local government. The revenue raised is solely from
the concessionaires' monthly payment s of water bills and other installation costs.
Local Water District was declared a Government Owned Controlled Corporation
by Supreme Court as of 1992. The district is currently managed by its General Manager, Engr. Ralph S. Uy. It
has three divisions namely: Administrative Division headed by Eusebia Christina
Yboa, Commercial Division headed by Julia P. Lobriño, and Engineering Division
headed by Engr. Miguel P. Macaspag. The policy making body is composed of five directors each representing different
sectors. The Chairman is Mr. Victoriano C. Navarrete, CPA (Education Sector),
Vice Chairman is Mr. Don A. Mabulay Jr. (Civic Sector), Secretary/Treasurer is
Mrs. Myra Gay M. Tambor (Women Sector), Rolando T. Ko (Business Sector),
representative for the Professional Sector is currently vacant.
1.1.1 Area of Coverage
Catbalogan is composed of 57 barangays with 22 barangays classified as upland
or island barangays, the remaining 35 barangays are along the carline.
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The current service area of CWD is only 62% of the total number of the carline
and poblacion barangays or 22 out of 35 barangays, mostly within the town
proper. These barangays are Poblacion 1 to 13, San Andres, Barangay Canlapwas,
Barangay San Pablo, Barangay Muñoz, Barangay Mercedes, Barangay Maulong,
Barangay Guindapunan, Barangay Guinsorongan, Barangay Bunu-anan.
Installation of Distribution line to the two Island barangays, Darahuway Guti and
Darahuway Dako is on-going.
Possible expansions of the service coverage are the carline barangays along the
highway, namely, San Vicente, Mahayag, Iguid, Pupua, Payao, upper portion of
Maulong, Lagundi, and Socorro.
1.1.2 Household Coverage
For the last five years, there was a 31.7% increase in the number of active service
connection from 6,853 of Dec 2010 to 9,028 of Dec 2015.
CWD is currently serving 57% of the total Number of households in the service
area and is projected to increase by 13% by the end of year 2020.
1.1.3 Transmission and Distribution Pipelines
There are four transmission pipelines originating from the three water sources
namely, one from Kulador, two from Masacpasac Spring and another one from
Caramayon Spring. However, only two 200mm transmission pipelines that is in
place from San Andres to the poblacion proper. The existing transmission lines have a carrying capacity of about 90-120 lps. This
was based on the hydraulic analysis of the two 200mm transmission pipelines and
actual recorded production.
Length of the following Transmission and Distribution Lines.
300 mm PVC 0.289 Km 250 mm PVC 5.584 Km 200 mm PVC, GI, CI 9.322 Km 150 mm CI, PVC 4.470 Km 100 mm PVC 4.713 Km 75 mm PVC 6.205 Km 63 mm PVC 0.170 Km 50 mm PVC, PE 2.908 Km 38 mm PE, PVC 1.680 Km 25 mm PE 0.140 Km TOTAL LENGTH 33.961 KM
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1.1.4 Transmission and Distribution Pipelines
Customers of CWD are classified into five types, namely, residential, government
commercial, commercial a, commercial b, and commercial c.
Below is the current water rate of Catbalogan Water District. Type Min. 11-20 21-30 31-40 over40 Charge cu.m cu.m cu.m cu.m Residential/Govt 175 19.45 21.35 24.80 28.50
Commercial 350 38.90 42.70 49.60 57.00
Commercial A 306.25 34.00 37.35 43.40 49.85
Commercial B 262.50 29.15 32.00 37.20 42.75
Commercial C 218.75 24.30 26.65 31.00 35.60
1.2 Source of water: Catchment and extraction from source
The District currently has three main water sources, namely Kulador, Caramayon,
and Masacpasac spring. It has also two supplemental sources namely: Piczonville
Pumping Station and Tumalistis Pumping Station. Incoming water source Is
Caramayon 2 spring.
1.2.1 Kulador Treatment Facility
The plant is located 2.7 kilometers from Barangay San Andres of Catbalogan,
Samar, or 110 48’ 44.4” N and 240 54’ 10.3” E. The treatment plant receives water from the Antiao River through an Intake Box
3m x 3m wide and 2.5m depth. The water was conveyed through a telescopic
Transmission Line of 250mm and 200mm diameter PVC pipes and goes into a
4,000cum/day clarifier system for water treatment. Later this year the clarifier is to
expand its capacity to 6,000cum/day.
1.2.2 The Caramayon Pumping Station
The project started on February 22, 2002. Fund by 32M ADB – Loan under
LWUA’s Small Towns Water Supply System Project (STWSSP). Component of
the project are the ff:
• Construction of impounding Dam and Sump Tank
• Pumping facilities 1-100hp, 2-500hp, 440v, 3 diameter
• Generator, 300hp
• Laying of 5.1km 10”diameter Transmission Lines, 500lm riser pipe,
200mm diameter
• Installation of 3-phase Electric Power Line, 13.2 KV primary lines
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The Project site is not accessible to any mode of transportation. The spring is
located in a highland Barangay of Lobo, Sitio Caramayon, it is approximately 9.1
kms. from the nearest lowland Barangay San Andres and about 11 kms. from the
center of the Poblacion. Caramayon spring could be reached only by foot passing
through mountains, the highest elevation of which is 197 meters above mean sea
level and traversing the same river about twenty (20) times. The said spring source
is below and between mountain ranges with an elevation of 84.7 meters. Except for the pumps which were airlifted (courtesy of the 8ID, Camp Lucban &
PAF) all of the materials and equipment were handled/ carried manually. Caramayon spring source capacity is 140 lps. A Mini impounding Dam was built
from where water flows to the sump Tank by gravity. Three high head
submersible pumps, 1-100hp, 2-50 hp was installed to pump the water to the
break pressure chamber and from there water flows by gravity to the Kulador
Treatment Plant via a 10-inch pipeline through a 4.65-km distance. A 3-phase power line 13.2 KV Primary Line with a distance of 11.9 kms was
constructed as a primary prime mover of the pumping equipment. A generator was
installed as standby power. 5.1 kms pipelines 10 inch and 8 inch diameter were installed. On February 22,
2005, test run was conducted on the pumping equipment and three days after it
was put to operation With the three (3) pumps capable of delivering a combined capacity of 91 lps, it
can supply 9000 households.
1.2.3 Masacpasac Spring
The Masacpasac spring is located at 11 48’ 58.8000” N, 124 55’ 10.8000” E and
approximately 5 kms from Brgy San Andres.
The water source contributes an average of 64% of the total water production
with two transmission lines, CI 6” and CI 10” with a total rated capacity of 55 lps.
The source is not passable by any vehicle and can only be reached by hiking.
1.2.4 Piczonville Pumping Station
Its operation is from 5:00 in the morning to 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon, then
from 4:00 in the afternoon to 6:00 in the evening daily.
As observed, this pumping schedule is operational during rainy season but during
dry season/summertime, it is on a standby due to high salinity level recorded in
the underground source.
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Source: Deep Well, Rated Capacity: 6.5 lps, 10hp submersible pump
1.2.5 Tumalistis Pumping Station
This is a deep well water source providing water in the southside part of
Catbalogan. This has a total rated capacity of 4.5 lps utilizing a 10hp submersible
pump.
Two hours operation is intended for the Executive heights subdivision. The
remaining hours supplements the supply for the poblacion.
1.2.6 V&G Booster Pump
V & G, 5hp booster pump - was donated by the developer to CWD, to cater the
needs of V & G subdivision.
1.2.7 Canlapwas in-line Booster Pump
This station is equipped with 25hp, 220v, 3 phase, Floor mounted high pressure
pump. It boosts water pressure to increase the water supply in Canlapwas, San
Andres, Salug, Casantolan, Brgy. Mercedes, Brgy. Mabini.
1.2.8 Mabini in-line Booster Pump
Mabini in-line Booster pump – 40 hp, 220v, 3 phase, high head, submersible
pump, boosting of water pressure to increase the area coverage supplied due to
existing limited size of Distribution Line, serving Canlapwas, San Andres, Salug,
Casantolan, Brgy. Mercedes, Brgy. Mabini.
1.2.9 440 Cu.m. Concrete Reservoir
This Reservoir was constructed by the Americans way back 1935. It was
rehabilitated and re commissioned last 2005. It is located in an elevated part of
Brgy. 13, with an elevation of 35m above sea level. It is used to augment the high
demand during morning (peak hour) of the poblacion. The remaining 100cu.m. of
water was reserved for fire fighting purposes.
1.2.10 Cogao Booster Pump
This Station was constructed last 2015 to provide water supply to two (2) island
Barangays namely Darahuway Dako and Darahuway Guti. Transmission line is a
2” diameter x 1.7km underwater, it is equipped with a floor mounted high
pressure, 75m TDH, 5lps, 200v, 3 diameter pump.
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1.3 Flow diagram
To accurately define the hazards in the water supply system, it is best to describe
first the components of the system in detail. The diagram shows the flow of water
from the source, to the treatment, and to distribution. In between are operational
and inspection processes to ensure the quality of water
Figure 1.0: System Schematic Diagram
Figure 2.0: Process Flow Diagram
Masacpasac Spring
Source with
Pumping Station Caramayon
Sources with Pumping
Station and
Chlorination Piczonville and
Tumalistis
Water Transport with Break
Pressure and Pressure Gauges
Water Transport with Back Wash
Tank and Pressure Gauges
Kulador Source with Clarifier
System, Filter Bags and Rapid
Sand Filter
Distribution with: • Booster Pump
• Random Sampling
Points
• Intermittent use of
440 Cum Reservoir
Caramayon 1
Caramayon 2
125 hp
50 hp
50 hp
100 hp
Break Pressure
Masacpasac Spring
Backwash Tank
Kulador
Treatment
Facility
Flow
Meter
440 cum
Reservoir
Booster
Pump
Mabini
Booster Pump
Canlapwas
Booster Pump
DISTRIBUTION
LINE
DISTRIBUTION
LINE
DISTRIBUTION
LINE
DISTRIBUTION
LINE
DISTRIBUTION
LINE
DISTRIBUTION
LINE
10 hp
10 hp
Cogao
Booster
Pump
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1.4 Treatment processes
Figure 3.0 Clarifier system flow
The treatment facility is located in Kulador, approximately 2.7 kms from the poblacion as
discussed in item 3.2.1.
The facility is equipped with a clarifier system which can process 4,000 CMD of turbid water.
Turbid water that enters the system is injected with PAC and Polymer to capture sediments, it
will then go to a fluctuation tank and clarifier to let the sediments settle down. Finish product
will pass through bag filters for final process of filtration before chlorine is injected for
disinfection.
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1.5 Distribution system
Figure 4.0 Distribution Line Figure 5.0 Zoning
The current distribution line is serving 22 barangays subdivided into 10 zones. Two (2) booster
pumps are in placed within the poblacion to boost water pressure to far distant barangays.
Another booster pump was place in Cogao to boost water pressure to the two island barangays of
Darahuway Dako and Darahuway Guti which is not yet operational due to the El Niño
phenomenon.
As shown in figures 3 and 4, northern tip of zone 10 and southern tip of zone 8 covers the
barangays that are farthest from the source. These are also the barangays that experience low to
negative water pressure every day.
The district distribution lines and facilities information are databased in the exsiting Geographic
Information System of the office.
In the later part of this plan, control measures and improvement plans will be discussed to answer
the different hazards that the current distribution lines is having.
1.6 Water quality required
The district follows the standards set by the Administrative Order No 2007- Philippine National
Standards for Drinking Water of 2007.
To ensure safe drinking water, the laboratory technician conducts the following:
Sourc
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1. 6.1 Bacteriological Test
a. PHC Bottle
Tests are conducted every Monday and Wednesday using PHC bootle. Daily
results are saved in a database where reports are generated and submitted to the
City Health Office.
b. Microbiological Test
The test is conducted by a DOH accredited testing center in the region. In our
Region we have two testing center, EVRMC andLMWD. Water sample is
brought to the testing center every 3rd
week of the month.
Test Results are submitted to LWUA every month.
1.6.2 Laboratory Test
Water sampling is conducted daily in random household points within the service
area. The office is equipped with laboratory equipment to measure the following
standards:
c. Chlorine Residual - 1.0 ppm
d. Salinity - 500 ppm s
e. Conductivity - No Limit
f. Ph - 6.5 - 8.5 mg/l
g. Total Dissolved Solid - 500 mg/l
h. Turbidity - 5.0 NTU
Laboratory test results are encoded to a database where reports are generated for
submission to the City Health office.
1.6.3 Physico-Chemical Test
This test is conducted once a year by a DOH accredited testing center. The test
measures, Aesthetic, Physical, and Chemical components of the water supplied. The
table below shows the parameters being measured by the test.
1.7 Delivery Point, Intended users of water and intended uses of the water
Catbalogan Water District is currently serving 9,500 customers within the City of Catbalogan.
The farthest delivery point to the North is barangay Maulong, this is about 3 kms from the
Poblacion. Farthest southern delivery point is barangay Bunuanan, this is about 2 kms away from
the Poblacion.
Intended users of water are the population of the City of Catbalogan. Currently 22 barangays
were only served, but is planned to expand to other carline barangays. The users are classified
into Residential, Government, Commercial, Commercial A, Commercial B, and Commercial C.
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PARAMETER METHOD OF ANALYSIS PERMISSIBLE LIMITS AESTHETIC
Color Colometric ≤ 5 TCU Turbidity Nephelometric ≤ 5 NTU
PHYSICAL pH Direct Measurement ≤ 6.5 – 8.5
Conductivity Direct Measurement Resistivity Direct Measurement
Salinity Direct Measurement Total Dissolved Solids Direct Measurement ≤ 500 mg/L
Water Temperature Direct Measurement 24.9 ° C CHEMICAL
Inorganic Alkalinity Titration ≤ 150 mg/L @ pH=4.8 Ammonia Distillation Not greater than 250 mg/L
Boron Carmine ≤ 0.30 mg/L Chloride Argentometric ≤ 250 mg/L
Iron Phenanthroline ≤ 1 mg/L Manganese Persulfate ≤ 0.50 mg/L
Nitrate Distillation ≤ 50 mg/L Nitrite Spectrophotometric ≤ 3 mg/L
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2.0 SYSTEM OPERATIONS OVERVIEW
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2.0 SYSTEM OPERATIONS OVERVIEW
2.1 Organization and Responsibilities
The water district is currently operating under the supervision of Local Water Utilities Authority
(LWUA). It has a policy making body representing different sectors of the community. The
organizational chart of the district is attached as Appendices 1.0
2.1.1 Board of Directors
The Board of Directors of a district is composed of five citizens of the
Philippines who are of voting age and residents within the district. One member
is a representative of civic-oriented service clubs, one member a representative
of professional associations, one member a representative of business,
commercial, or financial organizations, one member a representative of
educational institutions, one member a representative of women's organizations.
The district does not have any representative from the administration as sixth
member.
Education Institutions - Dir. Victoriano Navarette
Chairman
Civic-oriented service clubs - Dir. Jose Mabulay
Vice-Chairman
Professional Associations - Vacant
Business Sector - Dir. Rolando Ko
Women Organizations - Dir. Myra Gay Mabangue-Tambor
2.1.2 General Manager The duties of the General Manager and other officers shall be determined and
specified from time to time by the Board. The current General Manager of the
district is Engr. Ralph S. Uy. He has full supervision and control of the
maintenance and operation of water district facilities, with power and authority
to appoint all personnel of the district. Provided, that the appointment of
personnel in the supervisory level shall be subject to approval by the Board.
2.1.3 Division Manager
There are three divisions supporting the office of the General Manager, namely:
Administrative Division, Commercial Division, and Engineering Division.
The Administrative Division is managed by Ms. Eusebia Christina Yboa. She
directs and supervises basic efforts of the division like general services, human
resource management office, property section, information management, and
planning and development.
The Commercial Division is managed by Mrs. Julia P. Lobriño supervises the
utility activities specifically on application for new water service connections,
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meter readings, billings and collections, marketing, investigations,
disconnection, reconnections, maintaining customers records, and other related
activities.
The Engineering Division being managed by Engr. Miguel Macaspag directs and
supervises the engineering, production and construction activities of the district.
He coordinates efforts with other divisions and evaluates performance of the
supervisors and employees under his division.
The Senior Project/Development Planning officer position is currently vacant but
currently handles as OIC by Mr. Exequiel C. Cabrigas III. He carries out and
coordinates all divisions in the preparation of long-term Business
planning/development management activities, including delivery of Water
District plan and policies. Undertake site inspections and consultations as
necessary in accordance with agreed targets, timescales and priorities. He also
conducts consultations with local authorities, statutory consultees, community
groups and members of the public.
2.2 Operational Control and Supervision
2.2.1 Administrative Division
The Administrative division has five (5) sections namely: Human Resource
Management Section, Property Management Section, General Services Section,
Information Management Section, and Planning and Development Section.
The human resource management section generally falls into nine broad
activities, namely: Organization Tasks, Resources for the organization,
Performance management, Employee development, Reward Management, and
Employee relations.
Property management section is the overall in charge in the acquisition of new
properties and equipment, its utilization and the disposition of unserviceable or
no longer needed equipment of the district.
The Information Management section develops implements and maintains
Information Systems, Databases and Applications that support the processes of
the district. The section also provides access to ICT resources; supports and
maintains district’s ICT facilities.
The current Planning Section has primary responsibility for the implementation
of the Comprehensive Plan through the development review process. The
Section coordinates the activities of the Engineering and Commercial Division,
which provides recommendations on planning matters.
The General Services Management section is under the supervision of the
division head maintains inventory of linen clothing and supplies; accepts
delivery of and transports supplies; provides various services to the different
division of the district.
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2.2.2 Commercial Division The division currently has two sections, the billing and collection section and the
finance section.
The billing and collection section focuses on three major activities, meter
reading and billing, Collection, preparation of job/maintenance orders,
Disconnection of service connection, maintenance of customer records,
investigation, and answering customer’s complaints and queries.
The district currently has four (4) meter readers who conducts meter reading for
the first ten days of the month. There are two (2) customers assistants. They
handle the preparation of job/maintenance orders and answering customer
complaints and queries. Three (3) customer’s assistants are assigned in the
maintenance of customer records and preparation of Billing. Two investigators
are assigned to conduct surveys on the classification of new applicants and
validating questionable consumption and connections. The division has one
supervisor that directly supervises the billing and collection activities.
The Finance Section is an essential component to business operations. It cover a
wide range from basic bookkeeping to providing information to assisting
managers and board of directors in making strategic decisions.
Finance Section is responsible for all the day to day transaction for the business.
This includes the following:
1. Accounts Payable (Disbursement) – It is responsible for management of
the cash flow and ensuring there are enough funds available to meet the
day to day payments. It also ensures that suppliers are paid on time.
2. Cash collections: All cash received and receivables from sales and from
all other sources is identified and recorded.
3. Payroll – the accounting department ensures that the company pays its
employees accurately and timely, including bonuses, commissions and
benefits. In addition, proper tax and other employees remittances to
pertinent government agencies is assessed and payments are on time.
4. Properties and Inventories - The accounting department keeps records of
all purchases and issuances and making sure the inventories balances are
accurate.
5. Reporting and Financial Statements – Aside from compliance with the
government agencies such as COA and BIR, Financial Statements are
prepared to help interested parties, both internal and external, to make
business decisions.
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2.2.3 Engineering Division This division has two sections engineering and construction section and the
production section.
The engineering and construction focuses on five different activities namely,
maintenance of pipe networks, monitoring and construction of district facilities,
conducting survey and preparation of work and estimates for all construction
projects, non-revenue management, installation and maintenance of service
connections, and accomplishing job orders prepared by the commercial division.
The production section has three functions namely, monitoring and ensuring the
water production from the different water sources, ensuring the potability and
safety of the water produced by conducting scheduled water bacteriological/
laboratory tests, and conducting source explorations to ensure the sustainability
of the water supply.
The division also assists in the different watershed management activities like
tree planting activities and watershed monitoring.
2.3 Operating Procedures
2.3.1 Production
2.3.1.1 Water Source and Treatment Process 2.3.1.1.1 Caramayon Spring Source (Pumping Station)
2.3.1.1.1.1 Operating Procedure a. Inspect the Sump Tank if full of water.
b. Record the Flow meter Reading Water and KWHR Reading of
SAMELCO Meter.
c. Inspect the Line Voltage if Complete (3 Lines 440V)
d. Close the Discharge Valve and Open the Backwash Pipe in order to
Feed the Line Gradually and Discharge the Air.
e. Switch On Main Breaker.
f. Start the Soft Starter.
g. As the Pump Start, Gradually close the backwash pipe valve at the
same time open the discharge valve so the water flow to the system,
until that Backwash Pipe Valve close and full open the discharge
valve.
2.3.1.1.1.2 Electrical Failure During Operation some electrical failure occurs:
a. Line Low Voltage – cause by line fault of Electrical Cooperative,
Operator call the attention of electric cooperative.
b. Soft Starter Failure – call the technician for immediate repair.
2.3.1.1.1.3 Equipment Preventive Maintenance a. Clearing Weekly the soft starter and facility other electrical
appurtenances.
b. Clearing the Sump tank weekly
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c. Clearing of surrounding and check up valves weekly.
2.3.1.1.1.4 Production Monitoring a. After 24 hour operation, Operator record the Flow meter reading and
KWHR reading. They subtract the reading to get the production
KWHR for one day operation.
2.3.1.1.1.5 Water Supply a. Record the turbidity reading if it conforms with the PNSDW which
is 5 ntu. When it is turbid or above 5 ntu pump operation will be
stopped.
2.3.1.2 Bacteriological and Laboratory Testing
To ensure and properly monitor the safety of the water supply, bacteriological
and laboratory test are conducted regularly.
The bacteriological test covers sample source address, date and time of
collection, result of analysis, and remarks. The test is conducted and analyzed by
Leyte Metropolitan Water District having a qualified laboratory.
The laboratory test is done twice a week with seventeen sample points. These
covers the location where sample is taken, time taken, chlorine residual, salinity,
conductivity, total dissolve solids, turbidity, and name of registered customer
where sample is taken.
2.3.1.2.1 BACTERIOLOGICAL TEST (Monthly – LWUA compliance)
2.3.1.2.1.1 Water Sampling/Testing & Reporting
a. Sampling from a tap or household faucet at random (ensure that
areas covered shall be well represented)
b. Clean the tap or faucet (wipe the outlet with a clean cloth to remove
dirt
c. Turn on the tap at maximum flow rate and let the water flow for 1-2
minutes
d. Sterilize the tap for 1-minute with the flame from an ignited cotton-
wool swab soaked in alcohol (denatured and/or 70% Isopropyl)
e. Carefully turn on the tap and allow 1-2 minutes at a medium flow
rate prior to sampling
f. Open a sterilized bottle and immediately hold the bottle under the
water jet and fill the bottle at least 100ml of water sample. A small
air space should be left to facilitate shaking at the time of
inoculation prior to analysis
g. Capped the bottle and shall be labeled properly
g.1) Date & Time of sampling
g.2) Source/Point of sampling
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h. Deliver water samples to nearest DOH accredited laboratory center
(EVRMC or LMWD)
i. Using of ice cooler during transport to the laboratory center is
recommended
j. Water Sample Collector shall also take into consideration the
following important reminders:
j.1) That water analysis shall be done 6-hours from the time of
collection
j.2) That the time of lapsing between collection and processing
should in no case exceed 24-hours
k. Upon availability of the laboratory result/s, prepare the Summary
Report on Microbiological Test (Pre-Format), filling-up all the
necessary data and information and send to LWUA-Management
Advisor for compliance/reference (attached the laboratory results)
2.3.1.2.2 BACTERIOLOGICAL TEST (Monday & Wednesday – For
Water Quality Monitoring/Detection of Coliform Organisms)
2.3.1.2.2.1 Water Sampling/Testing & Reporting
a. Sampling from a tap or household faucet at random (ensure that
areas covered shall be well represented)
b. Clean the tap or faucet (wipe the outlet with a clean cloth to remove
dirt
c. Turn on the tap at maximum flow rate and let the water flow for 1-2
minutes
d. Sterilize the tap for 1-minute with the flame from an ignited cotton-
wool swab soaked in alcohol (denatured and/or 70% Isopropyl)
e. Carefully turn on the tap and allow 1-2 minutes at a medium flow
rate prior to sampling
f. Fill the prepared PHC Bottle leaving small air space
g. Capped the bottle and shall be labeled properly
g.1) Date & Time of sampling
g.2) Source/Point of sampling
h. Place the water samples (PH Bottle) at room temperature for about
24-hours
h.1) Water samples turn blackish – indicates the presence of
coliform organisms. Investigate possible reason/s or possible
source/s of contamination to make the necessary precautionary
reparation, and shall water sampling & testing shall be done
from the identical spot from which the first sample was taken
for comparison and confirmation of result
h.2) No changes in appearance/color indicate absence of any
coliform organisms
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i. Encode results and prepare the Summary Report on Bacteriological
Test Result (Format), filling-up all the necessary data and
information and send to the City Health Office (City Sanitation
Inspector) for conformity and reference.
2.3.1.2.2.2 Preparation of PHC Bottle (50 bottles every 2-
months)
A. Cleaning of PHC Bottles
a.) Dilute 1-2 drops of Muriatic Acid, and soak PHC Bottles
b.) Wash every single PHC bottle thoroughly with running water at
maximum flow rate, then let it dry
B. Preparation of PHC Media
a.) Prepare the medium; combine the following
1.5 grams - Dipotassium Hydrogen Phosphate
0.75 gram – Ferric Ammonium Citrate
1.5 grams – Sodium Thiosulfate
20.0 grams Peptone
1.0 gram Teepol
50.0 grams Distilled Water
C. Fold several times half of a sheet of tissue (toilet paper) paper and
placed at the bottom of the PHC Bottle
D. Dropped 1-ml of Medium (PHC Media) into the tissue paper
F. Sterilized the bottles using Pressure Cooker for about 10-minutes at
medium heat, and then allowed to stand at room temperature with UV
Lamp (Black/Violent Light) for 24-48 hours, and the PHC Bottles is
ready for utilization or usage
2.3.1.2.3 LABORATORY TEST (Monday to Friday) (17-sampling points)
2.3.1.2.3.1 Water Sampling/Testing: Parameters/Permissible
Limit)
a.) Chlorine Residual (Free) (1.0 ppm) (ProHayward Tester)
a.1) Sampling from a tap or household faucet at random (ensure that
areas covered shall be well represented)
a.2) Clean thoroughly the tap or faucet (wipe the outlet with a clean
cloth to remove dirt
a.3) Turn on the tap at maximum flow rate and let the water flow for 1-
2 minutes
a.4) Remove the cap from the tube CL and rinse
a.5) Fill CL tube with water sample until the level with line just under
CL marking on tube
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a.6) Remove cap from OTO solution, and place nozzle of OTO bottle
vertically over opening in CL tube and squeeze 5-drops of solution
into CL tube
a.7) Place cap on CL tube and invert the tube several times to mix OTO
with water sample, and within 10-seconds, compare the tube color
with the adjacent color markings to determine the numerical
reading, and record the result for the preparation of report for
management file and reference
b.) Salinity (500 ppm S); Conductivity (no limit); Total
Dissolved Solid (500 mg/L) (Ultra Pen PT1)
b.1) Sampling from a tap or household faucet at random (ensure that
areas covered shall be well represented)
b.2) Clean thoroughly the tap or faucet (wipe the outlet with a clean
cloth to remove dirt
b.3) Turn on the tap at maximum flow rate and let the water flow for
1- minute, then fill bottle (350-ml) with water sample
b.4) Using the PT1 Tester, press and release push button to turn the
PEN ON
b.5) While the LED flashes rapidly; dip the pen in water sample so
that the cell is completely submerged
b.6) While the LED flashes slowly, swirl PEN around to remove
bubbles, keeping cell submerged.
b.7) When LED turns on solid, remove PEN from water sample,
display will alternate between measurement (Salinity,
Conductivity, TDS & Temperature) readings
b.8) Rinse the cell and electrodes with clean water after each use, and
before the next water sample measurements & readings
b.9) record the result for the preparation of report for management file
and reference
c.) Turbidity (5.0 NTU) (Hach DR/820 Colorimeter)
c.1) With the remaining water sample/s above (350-ml water sample
taken), press the button to turn the Tester (Colorimeter) ON
c.2) Set the Tester at Program 95
c.3) For calibration purposes, fill cell with 10-ml Distilled or
Deionized Water
c.4) Wipe the surface of the cell with a soft cloth, and place in cell
holder
c.5) Cover and press ZERO, then take out from the cell folder
c.6) Fill a separate cell with 10-ml water sample for analysis
c.7) Mix the sample well before transferring to the sample cell. Wipe
the surface of the cell with a soft cloth
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c.8) Place in cell holder, cover and READ
c.9) Rinse the cell with clean water after each use, and before the next
water sample measurements & readings
c.10) record the result for the preparation of report for management
file and reference
d.) pH (6.5-8.5 mg/L) (Hach Pocket Pro Tester)
d.1) With the remaining water sample/s above (350-ml water sample
taken), press the button to turn the Tester (Pocket Pro) ON
d.2) Fill the sensor cap with water sample up the indicated line
d.3) Place in the sensor cap to the pocket pro ensuring that it is well
submerged, then read and record the result for the preparation of
report for management file and reference
2.3.1.2.4 PHYSICAL-CHEMICAL TEST (Twice a Year – LWUA
compliance)
a. Physical Quality Parameters – Color & Turbidity
b. Chemical Quality Parameter – pH, Chloride, Nitrate, Sulfate, Total
Dissolved Solid, Benzene, Iron, Manganese, Arsenic, Cadmium & Lead)
c. Other Physical & Chemical parameters based on specific source
conditions
2.3.1.2.4.1 Caramayon Spring Source (Pumping Station)
Water Sampling/Testing & Reporting:
a. Before water sample is collected from the tap (faucet), sufficiently
flush to ensure that the sample is representative of the supply.
b. Clean the tap or faucet (wipe the outlet with a clean cloth to remove
dirt
c. Open the bottle (1.5 liters) , then capped the bottle and labeled
properly
c-1) Date & Time of sampling
c-2) Source/Point of sampling
d. Deliver water samples to any DOH accredited laboratory center
(government & private) for analysis
e. Upon availability of the test result/s, send Physico-Chemical Test
Results for Water to LWUA-Management Advisor for
compliance/reference
Water Quality Monitoring (Turbidity) (Portable Turbidimeter
with Fast Tracker HI 98703):
a. Turn the instrument on by pressing ON/OFF. When dashes are
displayed on the LCD, the instrument is ready.
b. Fill a clean, dry cuvette with 10-ml of sample up to the mark, taking
care to handle the cuvette by the top
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c. Replace the cap
d. Wipe the cuvette thoroughly with a lint-free cloth to remove any
fingerprints, dirt or water spots
e. Apply silicone oil on the cuvette and wipe with a lint-free cloth to
obtain an even film over the entire surface of the cuvette. Silicone
oil hides the glass imperfections that can influence the reading
f. Place the cuvette into the instrument. Align the mark from the
cuvette with the sign on the instrument case and close the lid
g. Press READ to start the measurement. The display will show
blinking dashes and the icons for cuvette, detectors and lamp will
appear during measurement
h. At the end of the measurement, the instrument directly displays
turbidity in NTU
i. Record the result, including the date, time and weather & power
condition for reference
2.3.1.2.4.2 Masacpasac Spring
Water Sampling/Testing & Reporting:
a. Before water sample is collected from the tap (faucet), sufficiently
flush to ensure that the sample is representative of the supply.
b. Clean the tap or faucet (wipe the outlet with a clean cloth to remove
dirt
c. Open the bottles for collection of water sample (1.5 liters bottle),
then capped the bottle and labeled properly
c.1) Date & Time of sampling
c.2) Source/Point of sampling
f. Deliver water samples to any DOH accredited laboratory center
(government & private) for analysis
g. Upon availability of the test result/s, send Physico-Chemical Test
Results for Water to LWUA-Management Advisor for
compliance/reference
2.3.1.2.4.3 Kulador Surface Water (Pesticides as additional
Parameter)
Water Sampling/Testing & Reporting:
a. Before water sample is collected from the tap (faucet), sufficiently
flush to ensure that the sample is representative of the supply.
b. Clean the tap or faucet (wipe the outlet with a clean cloth to remove
dirt
c. Open the bottles (1 of 1.5 liters bottle for other Parameters and 2-
liters Amber Bottle for Pesticides) Capped the bottle and labeled
properly
c-1) Date & Time of sampling
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c-2) Source/Point of sampling
d. Deliver water samples to any DOH accredited laboratory center
(government & private) for analysis
e. Upon availability of the test result/s, send Physico-Chemical Test
Results for Water to LWUA-Management Advisor for
compliance/reference
Water Quality Monitoring (Turbidity) (Portable Turbidimeter
with Fast Tracker HI 98703):
a. Turn the instrument on by pressing ON/OFF. When dashes are
displayed on the LCD, the instrument is ready.
b. Fill a clean, dry cuvette with 10-ml of sample up to the mark, taking
care to handle the cuvette by the top
c. Replace the cap
d. Wipe the cuvette thoroughly with a lint-free cloth to remove any
fingerprints, dirt or water spots
e. Apply silicone oil on the cuvette and wipe with a lint-free cloth to
obtain an even film over the entire surface of the cuvette. Silicone
oil hides the glass imperfections that can influence the reading
f. Place the cuvette into the instrument. Align the mark from the
cuvette with the sign on the instrument case and close the lid
g. Press READ to start the measurement. The display will show
blinking dashes and the icons for cuvette, detectors and lamp will
appear during measurement
h. At the end of the measurement, the instrument directly displays
turbidity in NTU
i. Record the result, including the date, time and weather condition for
reference
2.3.1.2.4.4 Clarifier System:
A. Dosing of Chemicals
a. Mix 12.5-kgs. of PolyAluminum Chloride (PAC) to 100-liters of
Water at 90 Stroke/80 Speed
b. Mix 100-grams of Polymer to 100-liters of Water at full stroke (100-
stroke)
c. Mix 5.5-kgs. of Granular Chlorine (70%) to 100-liters of Water at
full stroke (100 stroke) for Pre-Chlorination
d. Inject chemicals (PAC, Polymer & Chlorine) to the 8” Pipeline to
the Flocculation Tank
B. Flocculation Tank
a. Monitor water quality using the Portable Turbidimeter with Fast
Tracker HI 98703 tester
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b. Turn the instrument on by pressing ON/OFF. When dashes are
displayed on the LCD, the instrument is ready.
c. Fill a clean, dry cuvette with 10-ml of sample up to the mark, taking
care to handle the cuvette by the top
d. Replace the cap
e. Wipe the cuvette thoroughly with a lint-free cloth to remove any
fingerprints, dirt or water spots
f. Apply silicone oil on the cuvette and wipe with a lint-free cloth to
obtain an even film over the entire surface of the cuvette. Silicone
oil hides the glass imperfections that can influence the reading
g. Place the cuvette into the instrument. Align the mark from the
cuvette with the sign on the instrument case and close the lid
h. Press READ to start the measurement. The display will show
blinking dashes and the icons for cuvette, detectors and lamp will
appear during measurement
i. At the end of the measurement, the instrument directly displays
turbidity in NTU
j. Record the result, including the date, time and weather & power
condition for reference
k. Monitor/Check the tank for sediments (floc) accumulation to
determine the need to open the drain valve
C. Clarifier System
a. Monitor water quality using the Portable Turbidimeter with Fast
Tracker HI 98703 tester (same process/procedure stated above)
b. Monitor/Check the tank for sediments (floc) accumulation to
determine the need to clean using pressure washer and drain.
D. Bag Filters (12-units)
a. Monitor water quality using the Portable Turbidimeter with Fast
Tracker HI 98703 tester (same process/procedure stated above)
b. Check filter bags to determine the need for replacement/change to
avoid clogging and backflow
c. Clean/Wash the clogged filter bags, and let it dry for impending
usage. Ensure that sufficient filter bags are readily available for
emergency cases (Heavy rains/Typhoon) at the treatment plant.
E. Post-Chlorination
a. Mix 5.5-kgs. of Granular Chlorine (70%) to 100-liters of Water at
full stroke (100 stroke) for Post-Chlorination
b. Monitor/Test the Chlorine Residual (Total) using the ProHayward
Tester.
c. Fill CL tube with water sample until the level with line just under
CL marking on tube
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d. Remove cap from OTO solution, and place nozzle of OTO bottle
vertically over opening in CL tube and squeeze 5-drops of solution
into CL tube
e. Place cap on CL tube and invert the tube several times to mix OTO
with water sample, and within 10-seconds, compare the tube color
with the adjacent color markings to determine the numerical reading
(1-1.5ppm), adjust the Chlorinator settings (Pulse & Stroke/Speed) if
the results is below 1-ppm and record the result for file and
reference
f. Using the Chlorinator Equipment, supply the disinfected
(Chlorinated) water
2.3.1.2.4.5 Piczonville (Pumping Station)
Water Sampling/Testing & Reporting:
a. Before water sample is collected from the tap (faucet), sufficiently
flush to ensure that the sample is representative of the supply.
b. Clean the tap or faucet (wipe the outlet with a clean cloth to remove
dirt
c. Open the bottle (1.5 liters) , then capped the bottle and labeled
properly
c-1) Date & Time of sampling
c-2) Source/Point of sampling
d. Deliver water samples to any DOH accredited laboratory center
(government & private) for analysis
e. Upon availability of the test result/s, send Physico-Chemical Test
Results for Water to LWUA-Management Advisor for
compliance/reference
Water Quality Monitoring (Chlorine Residual) (Chlorinator):
a. Mix & Stir thoroughly ¾ kls. (750 grams) of Granular Chlorine
(70%) to 100-liters of water in a container (200 liters) (good for 1-
week operation)
b. Test the Chlorine Residual (Total) using the ProHayward Tester.
c. Fill CL tube with water sample until the level with line just under
CL marking on tube
d. Remove cap from OTO solution, and place nozzle of OTO bottle
vertically over opening in CL tube and squeeze 5-drops of solution
into CL tube
e. Place cap on CL tube and invert the tube several times to mix OTO
with water sample, and within 10-seconds, compare the tube color
with the adjacent color markings to determine the numerical reading
(1-1.5ppm), adjust the Chlorinator settings (Pulse & Stroke/Speed) if
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the results is below 1-ppm and record the result for file and
reference
f. Using the Chlorinator Equipment, supply the disinfected
(Chlorinated) water. Pumping Hours (6:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. and
6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. daily)
g. Occasionally stirring the mixture (about every 1-hour)
h. Test the residual of chlorine before every pumping hours/operation
i. Clean the chlorine injector & sensor at least every 3-days
j. Check-up the Chlorinator Equipment every operation to prevent
failure and clogging
k. Record the result, including the date, time and power & weather
condition for file and reference
2.3.1.2.4.5 Tumalistis (Pumping Station)
Water Sampling/Testing & Reporting:
a. Before water sample is collected from the tap (faucet), sufficiently
flush to ensure that the sample is representative of the supply.
b. Clean the tap or faucet (wipe the outlet with a clean cloth to remove
dirt
c. Open the bottle (1.5 liters) , then capped the bottle and labeled
properly
c-1) Date & Time of sampling
c-2) Source/Point of sampling
d. Deliver water samples to any DOH accredited laboratory center
(government & private) for analysis
e. Upon availability of the test result/s, send Physico-Chemical Test
Results for Water to LWUA-Management Advisor for
compliance/reference
Water Quality Monitoring (Chlorine Residual) (Chlorinator):
a. Mix & Stir thoroughly ¾ kls. (750 grams) of Granular Chlorine
(70%) to 100-liters of water in a container (200 liters) (good for 1-
day operation)
b. Test the Chlorine Residual (Total) using the ProHayward Tester.
c. Fill CL tube with water sample until the level with line just under
CL marking on tube
d. Remove cap from OTO solution, and place nozzle of OTO bottle
vertically over opening in CL tube and squeeze 5-drops of solution
into CL tube
e. Place cap on CL tube and invert the tube several times to mix OTO
with water sample, and within 10-seconds, compare the tube color
with the adjacent color markings to determine the numerical reading
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(1-1.5ppm), adjust the Chlorinator settings (Pulse & Stroke/Speed) if
the results is below 1-ppm and record the result for file and
reference
f. Using the Chlorinator Equipment, supply the disinfected
(Chlorinated) water. Pumping Hours/Schedule (6:00 a.m. to 1:00
p.m.; 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m. daily)
g. Occasionally stirring the mixture (about every 1-hour)
h. Test the residual of chlorine before every pumping hours/operation
i. Frequently clean the chlorine injector & sensor
j. Check-up the Chlorinator Equipment every operation to prevent
failure and clogging
k. Record the result, including the date, time and other power
interruption/failure (if any) for file and reference
2.3.1.3 NRW reduction 2.3.1.3.01 Leak Detection 2.3.1.3.02 District Metering Zone 2.3.1.3.03 Database and Geo-tagging in GIS Maps of leaks A. MICROSOFT EXCEL
1. Open the Microsoft Excel of Repair leakages.
2. Type the Job Order No. , Address, Plumbers, Water Loss, Date and what
kinds of leakages it is in Microsoft Excel.
3. Putting the Needed Details from “Service Request Paper” to Microsoft
Excel.
4. Complete the Details that needed under the Microsoft Excel so that we can
continue in GIS Maps.
B. GIS MAPS
1. Click the Icon of GIS Map.
2. Open the “Open Your Own Data Files”.
3. Select the Latest GIS Map. Like “GISMap November2015”.
4. Click the Icon named “Open Control Center”, so that it can easily see what
you needed most and minimize it.
5. Click the Icon named “Create Point/Text Feature” or look-like has 1 pencil
and 4 stars.
6. Click the “Digitizer Tools” or look-like a pen then Double Click the Point
that you made or Right Click the Point then choose Edit.
7. To Create New File of Leaks. Inside the Icon of “Create Point/ Text Feature”
or “Modify Feature Info” answer the following:
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i) Name – Just keep it Blank for a while. It has Leak Number from the
Microsoft Excel
ii) Feature Type – Unknown Point Feature
iii) Feature Layer – Repair Leaks
iv) Specify Style to use when rendering feature – Point Symbol is Big Red X
v) Symbol Size – Scale Factor is 1.5
vi) Name Font – Font is Times New Roman, Font Style is Regular, Size is 12
and Select Color is Red.
vii) Click “Add” and put only the Attribute Name that has bold letters:
a. Concessionaire – The Person that has leaks in his/her pipeline. Ex. Danilo
Cabrigas
b. Address – The Address where the leaks are. Ex. P-1 Canlapwas
c. Account No. – The Account No. of the person. Ex. 014-12-082
d. Leak_ID – If it has Leak ID.
e. PipeID – If it has PipeID.
f. Date – The day were the Plumber accomplished the Job Order.
g. Plumber – In charge of fixing the Leaks.
h. Remarks – What kind of leaks it is, Before the Meter, Main Line, Meter
Stand, Water Meter and After the Meter.
i. Water Meter No. – The water meter of the concessionaire that has leaks.
Ex. 00554C
j. Water Loss – How much water that lost while they’re the leaks.
k. Job Order No. – What it’s Job Order No. from Service Request Paper.
viii) Check the “Automatically apply these settings to new features of same
type” and Click OK if already done.
8. If you done typing inside the “Modify Feature Info”. Get one “Service
Request Paper” that has complaint of Leaks.
9. Click the “Search the Attribute/Name/Description” or look-like telescope.
Inside the Telescope choose the “Attribute/Item” or “Feature Name” either it
is a Name, Barangay or Account No. and Type the “Compare Value” for
Example:
i.) Scenario 1:
Attribute/Item: Account No
Compare Value: 014*082
ii.) Scenario 2:
Attribute/Item: Name
Compare Value: Cabrigas*
iii.) Scenario 3:
Attribute/Item: Barangay
Compare Value: Canlapwas*
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Just use asterisk (*) for the Minus Sign (-) if you using the Account No.
while in Name or Barangay just put the asterisk (*) to last letter. If you find
the Name or the Account No. just double click it and it will show you the
way.
10. Click again the Icon of “Create Point/ Text Feature” and start marking if you
already see the Place.
11. Click the “Digitizer Tools” then Double Click the Big Red X that you made
or Right Click the Big Red X choose edit.
12. Inside the Icon of “Create Point/ Text Feature” or “Modify Feature Info”
you will answer the Attribute Value based on the “Service Request Paper”.
For Example:
Name – 1351
Feature Type – Unknown Point Feature
Feature Layer – Repair Leaks
Specify Style to use when rendering feature – Point Symbol is Big Red X
Symbol Size – Scale Factor is 1.5
Name Font – Font is Times New Roman, Font Style is Regular, Size is 12
and Select Color is Red.
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13. If you already did click “OK” then get “Service Request Paper” again and
follow the procedure from No. 8 to No. 13. Don’t Forget to Cltrl+Save.
14. Other Icon Like:
i.) “i” – used for knowing the details of the House or just click the icon
“Feature Info Tools”
ii.) Magnifier – used for zooms in and zooms out.
iii.) Hands – used for Grab and Drag or Pan.
iv.) Ruler – used for measure the length and area.
15. To know all about GIS Mapper Click the “Help” and “Help F1”.
2.3.2 COMMERCIAL
2.3.2.1 Service Connection Application
2.3.2.1.1 Application process � Submit duly filled up application form together with:
� Brgy. Certification, Tax Declaration/ Land Title (Proof of Ownership)
� Community Tax Certificate (Cedula)
� Photo of valid ID
� Permit of concrete cutting/ excavation as required
� Upon receiving the accomplished application, applicant will attend
orientation seminar
(Scheduled: Mon & Wed – 4:00 PM, Friday - 9:00 AM)Provide certificate of
appearance
2.3.2.1.2 Investigation for proper classification � Prepare letter informing customer his proper classification
2.3.2.1.3 Survey for proper costing and pipe size identification � Prepare 2 job orders for investigation and survey
� After approval of investigations and survey for estimates of materials needed
and investigations for what classifications it may belong
2.3.2.1.4 Recording New Customer Information in Database and GIS � Informing the applicant for payment of installation fee through texting
� Upon payments NWSC’s application will be forwarded to Manager
Commercial Division and then to Engineering Division Manager for
schedule of installation.
� After accomplishment of NWSC will be back to front liner and recording
New Customer Information in Database and GIS
2.3.2.2 Customer Complaints and request
2.3.2.2.1 Filing complaints and requests � Filing complaints and Request to all registered consumers and it depends
what complaints and Request
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2.3.2.2.2 Job/Maintenance order preparation and monitoring � Report request details/assess request and prepare job order for maintenance
(if not need of survey and investigation)
� If request needs survey and investigation, prepare job order for investigation
and survey and for investigation and approval and job order for survey
forwarded to Engineering Division.
2.3.2.2.3 Monthly generation of complaints summary report
2.3.2.3 Billing and Collection
The current billing cycle of the district is only covering 25 working days. This
includes meter reading up to the last day of penalty date. The district currently
utilizes the read and bill technology which makes the activity efficient.
A database is maintained to keep all the records of customers which give ease in
the billing process and answering customer complaints and inquiries. The said
system is installed in all of the computers of the commercial section and is
connected to a local area network.
Currently the district has two (2) tellers conducting regular collection activities.
During due dates, another teller is assigned to help in the collection. This is due
to the bulk of customers during due dates. Field collection is also conducted by
meter readers using handheld computers to enhance the collection efficiency of
the district.
2.3.2.3.1 Meter Reading and Billing � Create Billing Schedule of Reading
� Create Pahibaro to DYMS for the Billing Schedule
� Check all CWM, Reopen, Cut-off, Re-sequence, Transfer of Tapping,
Transfer of Zone (Rezoning) were encoded in the system
� Create Readers’ Reading Schedule for the month (This is a rotation schedule
of meter readers in four books per zone and its projected number of billed
concessionaires)
� Upload Data for Reading – uploading data of accounts from billing system to
reading Device
� Meter Reading – meter reader input the current WM reading to the reading
device and automatic prints an Statement of Account that will be given to the
concessionaires
� Download data from reading device - after reading, data from reading device
will be uploaded to the system.
2.3.2.3.2 Billing Report Generation � Zero, High & Low Consumption
� Prooflist
� Negative Reading
� Unread Accounts
� Creating Billing Adjustment Memo
� Creating Debit/Credit Memo
� Billing List
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� Transaction Report
� Penalty List
� Disconnection Notice and Summary
� Ageing Summary
� Uncollected Bills Report
2.3.2.3.3 Customer Payment of Bills � Give Customer Priority Number
� Posting of payment and printing of water bill
� Prepare Daily Tellers Report for at least 25 water bills collection
� Prepare Daily Summary Collection Report
� Prepare Deposit Slip for the amount collected for the day and turn over to
the cashier for deposit
2.3.2.3.4 Penalty and Disconnection Orders � Water bills not paid on due date plus one day allowance are subject of the
10% penalty
� Customers with unpaid accounts of 2 months are subject for Disconnection
after giving 48hrs notice
2.3.2.4 Job Order Preparation and Accomplishment The job/maintenance order is prepared by the customer assistants to answer the
different requests of the customers. This is generated and monitored from the
billing database of the district.
The job/maintenance order is a pre-numbered document which can be monitored
every day. There are different type of maintenance order, Survey, Investigations,
disconnection, Repair and maintenance, water calibration and testing.
Process and flowcharts which would describe the flow of the said activity is
attached as appendices.
Appendices 3.11 Job Order Preparation
Appendices 3.12 Job Order Accomplishment and Monitoring
2.3.2.5 Dealing with Delinquent Accounts � Prepare Collection Letter informing customer to settle accounts within 15
days
� Send Demand Letter signed by Legal Counsel through post office
� Filing of Small Claims at MTC
2.3.2.6 Cashiering The cashier utilizes a computerized system that aids in the preparation of the
different reports and monitoring of daily cash on hand and cash in bank.
2.3.2.6.1 Check Preparation � Received Check Disbursement Voucher from the Accounting Division with
corresponding amount stated and supporting document attached
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� In checking preparation, checks to be made by the cashier with the date of
Check, Name of payee, Amount of Check, Amount in words, lastly the name
of signatories signed by the authorized signatories of the agency
� After check prepared and signed, disbursement of check issue
2.3.2.6.2 Cash Security � Cash and Checks collection from tellers and cashier received and deposit to
the bank daily and the cash on hand for the day kept in safety vault for
safekeeping and deposit it to the following day.
2.3.2.6.3 Cash Position Report Preparation � The Cash Position Report is prepared daily by the Cashier which shows the
ending balances for the day with Cash On Hand and balances from different
banks
� The Cash Position Report is consist of the following:
a. Daily Collection Report submitted by the Tellers with corresponding Cash
and bills paid by the concessionaires.
b. Daily Disbursement Report made by the Casher for the issuance of checks
to the payee.
c. Daily Cash Position Report made by the Cashier showing the Collection
for the day and Disbursement for the day and ending balances.
2.3.2.7 Other Services offered
2.3.2.7.1 Reconnection � Those disconnected customers that have already paid their arrears and
reconnection fee
� After payment we prepare job order for reconnection and if it is more than 2
months from the time of orientation seminar and job order for reconnection
will be forwarded to Engineering Division for reconnection
2.3.2.7.2 Disconnection � Those customers who have delinquent accounts (we have a month policy
after the reading of the second month that is the schedule for cut-off).
� Before disconnection we set a disconnection letter stated the date when their
service connection will be disconnected by our cut-off team.
2.3.2.7.3 Change Meter � Inform customer the life span of water meter is only five years from the time
it was installed
� Defective water meter
2.3.2.7.4 Recalibration � After the investigation of high and low consumption and zero consumption
the investigator recommend for calibration of water meter, sometimes the
consumer itself requested for calibration and they paid Php 50.00.
2.3.2.7.5 Change Registration
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� Requested by the consumer to change the registration of their WSC , the
requirements are as follows:
� Xerox copy of 1 valid ID
� Cedula
� Any: Deed of Sale / Death Certificate / waiver of the previous owner
� Orientation seminar
� Change Registration Fee Php 50.00
� Notarial of service contract Php 50.00
2.3.2.7.6 Service Request � If the service requests for investigation the job order will be forwarded to
Commercial Division. If the service request for maintenance the job order
will be forwarded to Engineering Division
2.3.2.7.7 Customer Report Generation � Detailed Report of Complaints
� Summary Report of Complaints
� List of NWSC Report
� List of ReOpen/NWSC
� List of Reconnection
� List of Disconnected
� Daily Accomplishment Report
� List of Change Classification
� List of Change Meter
� List of Transfer Tapping
� List of Change Registration
� List of Meter Recalibrated
� List of Accounts Availed the Promo
� List of Senior Citizen
� Master List
2.3.3 ADMINISTRATIVE 2.3.3.1 Human Resource
The Human Resource Management Information System was installed to
effectively implement the processes and functions in the Human Resource
Section.
2.3.3.1.1 TIME AND ATTENDANCE
Reporting to Office Step 1. - Employee before entering the office in the morning shall time in the
biometrics, press F1 for IN and sign in the Employees Logbook.
Step 2. - Then at noon time employee will press F2 for BREAK time and sign
in the employees Logbook before going out the office.
Step 3. - In the afternoon, before entering the office employee will time in the
biometrics , press F3 for (RESUME), sign in the Employees LOgboook.
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Step 4. - In the afternoon before going out will press F4 for OUT and sign in the
Employees Logbook.
Employees when going out of the office are required to use the Pass Slips. Step 1. Employees will get Pass Slip form at the HR Section , fill-up up the
form.
Step 2. After filling-up, employees will proceed to their respective Division
Heads, submit the Pass Slip for approval may it be official or personal.
Step 3. Employees with approve Pass slips can now leave the office, gave the
Pass Slips to the guard on duty for recording the time of departure and
arrival in the office.
Step. 4 – At the end of the day, all Pass slips in the custody of the guard on duty
shall be turn-over to the HR Section for recording purposes.
2.3.3.1.2 LEAVE CARD UPDATING AND MONITORING Leave Card updating and monitoring involves the following process: Step 1. – Open the Biometrics system, upload the attendance and save the excel
file. Step 2. - Post the attendance of the employees, if they are present, absent, on
leave, CTO, on travel, on training/seminar or on official business, and with
overtime works.
Step 3 - After posting , all employees with application for leave will be
automatically be recorded and deducted in their respective leave cards.
Step 4 – Every last working day of the month, leave credit earning is posted and
automatically recorded in the leave cards.
2.3.3.1.3 FILING OF LEAVES AND COMPENSATORY TIME-OFF (CTO) FILING OF LEAVE: Step 1 – Employee will ask from the HR Section the form on Application for
Leave, then fill-up the upper portion of the form (Detail of Applciation).
Step 2 – After filling-up the form, it will be submitted to the HR Section to fill-
up the portion of the form (Details of Action on Application)
Step 3 – HR Section will received the Application for Leave for processing,
then print-out the Leave Card as attachment for validation of the available
leave credits balances.
Step 4 – After filling-up the form, HR Section will forward the Application for
Leave to the Head, Administrative Division for Certification and forward
to the Division Head of the employee applying for leave for signature as
recommending official whether approved or disapproved.
Step 5 - After the Division Head , signed, it will be forwarded to the Head of
Office for final action of the Application for Leave, whether APPROVE OR
DISAPPROVE.
FILING OF COMPENSATORY TIME-OFF (CTO)
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Step 1 – Employee will ask from the HR Section the form on CTO, then fill-up
the the form.
Step 2 – After filling-up the form, it will be submitted to the HR Section to fill-
up the form of COC Earned and balances at the end
Step 3 – HR Section will received the Application for CTO for processing, then
print-out the COC Card as attachment for validation of the available COC
balances.
Step 4 – After filling-up the form, HR Section will forward the Application for
CTO to the Head, Administrative Division for Certification and forward to
the Division Head of the employee applying for CTO for signature as
recommending official whether approved or disapproved.
Step 5 - After the Division Head , signed, it will be forwarded to the Head of
Office for final action of the Application for CTO, whether APPROVE OR
DISAPPROVE.
2.3.3.1.4 201 FILING AND E-FILING All employees of Catbalogan Water District has its 201 File under the custody of
the Human Resource Section. The 201 File is maintain by the HR Section. Each
201 File contain the following:
a. Appointment (CSC Form 33)
b. Assumption of Duty
c. Personal Data Sheet (CSC Form 212)
d. Position Description Form
e. Oath of Office
f. Certificate of Eligibilities
g. Copies of Medical Certificate
h. NBI Clearance
i. Copies of Diplomas, Transcript of Records (TOR)/Commendations/Awards
j. Copies of Marriage Certificate
k. Copies of Disciplinary Action
l. Designations
m. Notice of Salary Adjustments/Step Increments
n. Certificate of Leave Balances (if Transferees)
o. Clearance from Property and Money Accountabilities (if Transferees)
p. Certificate from Training/Seminar
201 File of Leave Cards has a separate folder. Also employees copies of their
SALN, IPCR, DPCR, Withholding Certificate form has separate folder.
Employees who attended training/seminars shall furnished the HR Section
photocopy of their certificate. Employees who have changes/update in their
status, additional dependents and beneficiaries and continuous studies shall
furnish the HR Section photocopy of document, for the purpose of updating their
201 File.
201 File is keep safe in the steel cabinet .
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E filing is done thru scanning process of all the documents found in the 201
File of employees and kept in the USB which serves as a back-up file.
2.3.3.1.5 REQUESTS FOR PERSONAL DATA SHEET (PDS), SERVICE RECORDS, and LEAVE CARDS/COC In requesting the above documents, employees may approach the HR Section
and request copies of their Personal Data Sheet, Service Records and Leave
Cards whenever they are in need.
HR Section will attend their request by printing their PDS, Service Records and
Leave Cards/COC and forward the requested documents to the Head of Office
for signature, the service record shall be countersigned by the Head of
Administrative Division before the signature of the Head of Office.
2.3.3.1.6 REPORT GENERATION The reports generated every end of the month are the following:
a. Daily Time Records
b. Leave Cards
c. Compensatory Overtime Credits (COC)
d. Balances of Leave Credit
e. Leave Monitoring
2.3.3.1.7 RATING OF PERFORMANCE TARGETS: DIVISION PERFORMANCE COMMITMENT REVIEW INDIVIDUAL PERFORMANCE COMMITMENT REVIEW
Step 1. Division Heads prepares their DPCR for the semester January – June and
July – December of every year for two rating period.
Step 2. Division Heads distribute task to their employees and agrees and
prepares their IPCR.
Step 3. Planning Office consolidate, review, validate and evaluate performance
assessments submitted by the Division Heads after six months.
Step 4. PMT calibrate results of assessment by Planning Officer and submit to
the General Manager.
Step. 5 General Manager rates and approval the final rating of the Division
Heads.
Step. 6 – Planning Officer prepares summary list of and provides the Division
Heads of their final rating as approved by the General Manager.
Step. 7 – After the Division Units had been rated, the Division Heads will assess
and discuss the submitted employees IPCR with accomplishments and rates
their staff.
Step 8. – Division Heads submits the IPCR to the HRMO
Step 9. – The HRMO will consolidates all the IPCR and submits to the General
Manager for approval.
2.3.3.2 Stock and Supplies Inventory The stock and supplies inventory of the district currently have a computerized
system in maintaining, updating the stock / supplies records. Purchases and
issuances of stocks, and including the monitoring of properties are the different
process in this activity.
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2.3.3.2.1 Purchasing and Stocking of Supplies and Equipment a. Every Division prepare Purchase Requisition 3 copies and Request for
Quotation 3 copies. Submit the Purchase Requisition to the General
Manager for approval.
b. Approved Purchase Requisition and Request for Quotation will be
forwarded to the Property Officer . Give the Request for Quotation to the
Utility Man to canvass items in three (3) Store or Suppliers .
c. Upon Receipt of the Request for Quotation the Property Officer will now
prepare the Abstract of Bids and submit to the Bidding Committee for
approval.
d. Received approved Abstract of Bids and prepare Purchase Order in three (3 )
copies with BIR Certificate. Serve the Purchase Order to the Supplier for
them to sign and conformed and deliver the items to Catbalogan Water
District.
e. Upon receipt items in the Purchase Order it will be inspected and
preparation of Inspection and Acceptance Report will now be done and
automatically posted in the stock card.
2.3.3.2.2 Issuance of Stocks and Supplies a. Each Division will prepare Requisition and Issued Slip using the CWD RIS
Form. Approved RIS will be given to the Property Officer for release of
their request materials or supplies.
2.3.3.2.3 Generation of Inventory Reports a. The Schedule for the Physical Inventory of Office Equipment and other
equipment in the Pumping Station is always done every month of December
( once a year) while the stocks of materials and supplies is always check or
counted every end of the month for us to reorder whatever is locking in our
stocks.
2.3.3.2.4 Updating Meter History Card a. Once the RIS for the new water service connection and change of water
meter is prepare the water meter is automatically recorded in the meter
History Card.
2.3.4 FINANCE
2.3.4.1 Financial Reports Preparation
2.3.4.1.1 Preparation of Billing Journal a. Receive Daily Billing Summary from the Commercial Division
b. Post the Data in Accounting System and Prepares the Journal Entry
c. Check the Correctness of the Billing Journal
2.3.4.1.2 Preparation of Cash Receipt Journal a. Prepare the Daily Cash Position Report (DCPR)
b. Check the DCPR
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c. Post the DCPR to the Accounting System daily and make the Journal Entry
at the end of each month
d. Check the correctness of the Cash Receipt Journal
2.3.4.1.3 Preparation of Disbursement Voucher a. Submit necessary documents to Accounting section
b. Check the completeness of the document and prepare Budget Utilization Slip
(BUS).
c. Certifies the availability of budget funds
d. Prepares the Disbursement Vouchers
e. Certifies the completeness of the documents and if the DV is Proper
2.3.4.1.4 Preparation of Journal Vouchers 2.3.4.1.5 Preparation of Financial Statements 2.3.4.1.6 Balancing of A/R in accounting and commercial 2.3.4.1.7 Preparation of Monthly Data Sheet a. Ask necessary data from Engineering, Commercial and Administrative
Division
b. Input Data to the MDS form
c. Print Report